Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung NX10

Following is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic FH8 versus Samsung NX10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is relatively comparable but the FH8 (1/2.3") and NX10 (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The FH8 was brought out 22 months after the NX10 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH8 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FH8 grades vs the NX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 and Samsung NX10. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH8 Gallery and Samsung NX10 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FH8 has outside dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung NX10 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH8 versus Samsung NX10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the FH8 vs the NX10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FH8 and NX10 is 96 and 80 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH8 and NX10.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FH8 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Panasonic FH8 will show extra detail having its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent FH8 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.